University of Pennsylvania

The University of Pennsylvania, sometimes known as UPenn, is a prestigious educational institution located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the state of Pennsylvania, in the United States. To be more specific, it's located in the University City district of West Philadelphia. The university is a venerable educational establishment, since it is a member of the prestigious Ivy League and is among the nation's candidates for the title of oldest university.

Before applying, make sure your academic interests line up with the courses and research possibilities available by becoming familiar with the programs offered at University of Pennsylvania. Make sure you satisfy the prerequisites for international students' general admission, including English language competence (TOEFL or IELTS scores) and successful completion of secondary education (equivalent to a US high school certificate). You need to create an account on one of the online application platforms. University of Pennsylvania accepts applications over both Common App and Coalition App. After creating an account on one of the application platforms, you should complete the application form online, including your personal information, academic history, and extracurricular activities. Please note that the University of Pennsylvania will ask you to answer specific questions, some of which will require you to write essay(s). You will also need evaluations from your teachers in different subjects. Submit your SAT or ACT scores or AP scores. Note that University of Pennsylvania may have specific score requirements for different subjects and programs. International applicants must also provide their TOEFL or IELTS scores to demonstrate English proficiency.

Programs offered at University of Pennsylvania include but are not limited to; Accounting, Africana Studies: African American Studies, Africana Studies: African Diaspora Studies, Africana Studies: African Studies, Ancient History, Anthropology, Architecture, Behavioral Economics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biology, Biomedical Science, Biophysics, Business Analytics, Business Economics and Public Policy, Business, Energy, Environment, and Sustainability, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Chemistry, Cinema and Media Studies, Classical Studies, Cognitive Science, Communication, Comparative Literature, Computer Science, Creative Studies, Criminology, Data Analytics and Psychological Sciences, Data Analytics and Social Sciences, Design, Digital Media Design, Earth Science, East Asian Languages and Civilizations, Economics, Electrical Engineering, English, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Environmental Studies, Finance, Fine Arts, French and Francophone Studies, Gender, Sexuality, & Women's Studies, German, Health and Societies, Health Care Management and Policy, Hispanic Studies, History of Art, History, International Relations, International Studies, Italian Studies, Jewish Studies, Latin American & Latinx Studies, Leadership and Communication, Legal Studies & Business Ethics, Linguistics, Literature, Culture and Tradition, Logic, Information, & Computation, Management, Marketing & Communication, Marketing & Operations Management, Marketing, Materials Science and Engineering, Mathematical Economics, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics, Modern Middle Eastern Studies, Music, Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations, Networked and Social Systems Engineering, Neuroscience, Nursing, Nutrition Science.

University of Pennsylvania is a highly selective university and test score requirements vary based on programs. However, average test scores are; SAT: 1480 - 1570, ACT: 33 - 35, and average English language test scores are; IELTS: 7.5+, TOEFL iBT: 100+.

As an Ivy League school and one of the best universities in the world, University of Pennsylvania is a highly selective university with a rigorous application process. There is no formula for gaining admission to University of Pennsylvania. There are, however, certain steps to guide you through the admissions process. We highly recommend you to learn about the programs, values, and requirements of University of Pennsylvania before submitting an application. The University of Pennsylvania has high academic expectations for its students. Excel in your high school or secondary school education, focusing on subjects that are related to the program you would like to apply to. University of Pennsylvania students are held to rigorous academic standards. Even though many colleges and universities in the US adopted a test-blind policy, we still strongly recommend you to sit standardized tests as your test scores may help you to get ahead of your peers during the admissions process. In addition, your academic success, a high grade point average, standardized test scores (SAT/ACT), English proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL) scores, the rigor of the courses you have taken during high school education or as part of IB or AP programs, extracurricular activities you have participated in, especially in your areas of interest, any awards you have won, letters of recommendation from your teachers and mentors, your essays (Personal Statement/Essay) and finally your success in the interview will make you competitive applicant.